Location: Seward, AK

Start Date: 03-16-2026

End Date: 09-14-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Variable 12-hour shifts (Traveler's choice: 4x12 or 3x12). Day shift: 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM (Days only when assigned). Night shift: 07:00 PM - 07:00 AM (Nights only when assigned). Shifts will be either Days or Nights depending on facility needs; caregivers are not routinely asked to rotate between day and night.

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $34 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate assistance with Activities of Daily Living (feeding, bathing, toileting, bed baths and linens) to preserve dignity and comfort
• Perform and document vital signs (BP, pulse, respirations, temperature including orthostatic readings) and report meaningful changes promptly
• Conduct glucose point-of-care testing with glucometer and manage pulse oximetry/oxygen per resident needs
• Follow infection control practices, including proper donning/removing of PPE and isolation precautions, to keep residents and staff safe
• Execute safe patient transfers using appropriate equipment (Skylift, Hoyer) and techniques
• Implement pressure injury prevention strategies and skin care routines to reduce resident risk
• Recognize and report changes in patient condition clearly and timely to nursing leadership
• Chart accurately using ECS to maintain continuity of care and compliance with facility standards
• Float within your scope to meet facility needs while prioritizing resident safety

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification (valid CNA in another state accepted if AK CNA application submitted) — AK CNA application must already be submitted to apply
• Completion of a formal CNA training program with verification (certificate or transcript) if AK license is pending
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of Long Term Care (LTC) experience required
• Previous travel assignment experience required (first-time travelers will not be accepted)
• Ability to provide documentation of Alaska CNA application (submission proof, fees/FPs/education/license verifications)
• Willingness to work at least two of the three major winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years) and adhere to RTO policy
• Must live at least 50 miles from the facility (locals not accepted)
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance if accepting facility-provided rental car

Education

• Completion of an approved CNA training program (CNA certificate or transcript required)

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong skills in ADLs and resident personal care
• Proficient in obtaining and interpreting vital signs (including orthostatic measurements)
• Experience with glucometer testing and pulse oximetry/oxygen management
• Infection control expertise including isolation precautions and PPE use
• Pressure injury prevention and basic wound awareness
• Safe patient transfer techniques and familiarity with Skylift and Hoyer lifts
• Comfort caring for geriatrics, Alzheimer’s/dementia, TBI and behavioral health challenges
• Accurate documentation skills in ECS charting and timely reporting of clinical changes

Benefits

• Facility-provided vehicle for use during the assignment (facility arranges vehicle and handles rental logistics)
• Guaranteed scheduling framework — typically 4x12 (or 3x12 by choice) so you can plan life outside work
• Free on-site parking — no meter stress after a long shift
• Licensure assistance: Alaska CNA pending applications accepted (must have submitted application) and support for required documentation
• Professional charting system experience (ECS) to keep your skills sharp and résumé strong
• Supportive long-term care team environment where your reporting and observation skills make a real difference
• Flexible travel assignment lengths (13 or 26 weeks) so you can choose what fits your lifestyle
• Clear time-off/RTO policy provided up front so there are no surprise scheduling curveballs

Travel Perks: Explore Seward, AK

Seward is a stunning Kenai Peninsula gateway — when you’re off shift you can explore Kenai Fjords National Park by boat to see glaciers, whales, sea otters and puffins; hike Exit Glacier and enjoy scenic trails; visit the Alaska SeaLife Center to learn about local marine life; try local fishing charters or kayaking in Resurrection Bay; and savor small-town Alaskan charm with cozy cafes and local seafood. Expect unbeatable scenery, wildlife viewing, and outdoor adventures right on your doorstep.

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